Music Education & Performance
In This Section
Undergraduate Degrees
Graduate Degrees & Certificates
Program Highlights
Study a comprehensive curriculum that prepares future performers, music educators and composers to successfully enter the field of music upon graduation.
In-depth training in technique, repertoire, interpretation, style, stagecraft, and studio acumen from world-class resident and artist faculty in academic, applied, and ensemble dynamics.
Develop excellence, consistency, and range in your performance craft by studying in diverse ensembles ranging from chamber, orchestral, and choral art music to opera, jazz, pop, and modern worship!
Prolific performance culture featuring over 300 concerts academic year.
Train in state-of-the-art rehearsal, lab, academic, and performance spaces.
A culture that cultivates artist and technical growth in a safe, support, challenging environment.
Focus on developing personal and professional character that lays the foundation for career success.
BM in Music Education: The only California University to offer a completely integrated California State Music Credential in the context of its undergraduate Music Education degree (saves up to two years of additional study and thousands of dollars).
Industry Projections
Did you know ...
- In the last several years, scientific studies have proven the causal connection between the cognitive development of minors and their engagement in music. These connections enhance quantitative reasoning and have been shown to raise test scores across the board.
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, music education jobs are projected to grow by 13% from 2018-28.
- The state of California has over 13,000 existing Music Education jobs.
- The mass retirement of Baby Boomer music educators is expected to create increasing demand for music educators over the next decade. Rising demand coupled with a decreasing supply equates to greater job opportunity for future music educators.
- Music education is attractive because it combines steady and competitive income, full medical and retirement benefits, and extended vacations with a life filled with music creation, artistic performance, and impact on the next generation.
Course Highlights
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MUS050
Performance Forum
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MUS09x
Major Ensemble (Symphony Orchestra, Camerata, UCO, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Rhapsody, Lancer Chorus, etc.)
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MUS46x
Private Instruction (private applied lessons in primary instrument)
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MUS115
Musicianship Lab I, II, III, IV
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MUS124
Music Theory I, II, III, IV
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MUS282
Music Technology
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MUS311
Form and Analysis
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MUS345
Orchestral and Band Literature
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MUS323
Music History I, II, III, IV
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MUS344
Choral Literature
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MUS408
Jazz Pedagogy
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MUS412
Instrumental Conducting
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MUS413
Choral Conducting
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MUS427
Diction for Singers I, II
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MUS441
Instrumental Techniques (Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Strings)
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MUS445
Marching Band Techniques
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MUS473
Advanced Studies in Music Education
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MUS476
Instrumental Methods
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MUS49x
Chamber Music
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MUS405
Introduction to Music Education
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MUS444
Vocal Techniques
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MUS479
Choral Methods
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MUS475
General Music Methods
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MUS472
Orchestration
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MUS431
Senior Recital and Project